The eldest of five siblings, Bartholomew is from Baimuru within Gulf, and was born and raised in Kapuna after his parents initially moved there to study and eventually settled there. He was the first local to get employed at Kapuna Hospital full-time, in a managerial role, the young man has pioneered a lot of firsts. In his younger schooling years, he was part of the first batch of the Kapuna Life School and later was part of the first batch of students from Gulf to be sponsored by TotalEnergies EP PNG Ltd (TotalEnergies) to attend Port Moresby Technical School (POM…
Author: Aseneth WAIDE
The United States is providing immediate emergency assistance to communities affected by Mount Ulawun volcanic eruptions through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). USAID is providing US $500,000 (1.85 million Kina) to meet immediate humanitarian needs and assist displaced families in safely returning to their homes when permitted by the government of Papua New Guinea. This contribution supplements existing USAID-supported disaster preparedness programs, through which USAID partner the International Organization for Migration (IOM) immediately deployed disaster response experts to assess evacuee needs in support of provincial authorities in West New Britain and East New Britain. Since November 20,…
TotalEnergies EP PNG Ltd (TEP PNG) as operator of the Papua LNG Project, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Papua New Guinea University of Technology (PNG Unitech) for a tertiary scholarship program. The Unitech Scholarship program will be available to third-year students in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering, Applied Physics, Communication for Development, Geographical Information Sciences, or a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture beginning in 2024. The first phase of the program will be open to 25 high-achieving students and will cover full tuition, round-trip airfare, full board and lodging, book allowances, and stipends. In addition, consideration will be…
Amazing Port Moresby is expanding into the lucrative Chinese tourism market in a groundbreaking initiative to boost tourism and economic opportunities, with the city’s efforts to attract Chinese visitors advanced significantly as it prepares for the inaugural flight from Guangzhou on December 20th. On November 23, the National Capital District (NCD) Governor Powes Parkop convened a critical meeting at Seoul Restaurant with key stakeholders such as the Papua New Guinea (PNG) Chinese Association, the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA), tour agencies, and Amazing Port Moresby. This gathering was a watershed moment in the city’s journey to becoming a popular tourist…
More gold medals will be decided on Saturday as some of the team sports close off their competition. Taniela Rainibogi, Fiji’s flagbearer at the opening ceremony, secured three weightlifting gold medals in the men’s 157 kilogram category to lead his country’s jump on the medal tally. Fiji were at 13th spot on Thursday with two gold, 11 silver and nine bronze but claimed four gold on Friday to climb up the ladder. Paralympic table tennis player Merewalesi Roden also claimed a gold in her final match, adding to Fiji’s tally. But New Caledonia added another 14 gold to their tally…
Two new Pacific Games swimming records were set on Thursday at the Aquatic Centre in Honiara as the 2023 Pacific Games rolls towards it first full week of competition. The day also saw 24 gold medals won and New Caledonia’s dominance in the pool being disrupted again, although they continue to advance in their lead at the top of medal tally. New Caledonia’s hold at the top increased overnight with their gold medal haul at 32 and their total haul of medals now standing at 80. Australia keeps the second spot with 23 gold and Samoa retains third overnight with…
During a recent meeting hosted by the Consultative Implementation and Monitoring Council (CIMC) at Lamana Hotel, speakers and representatives spoke of issues affecting their various sectors and departments. Among those present was Mr. Kinsella Geoffrey, Executive Director for the National Training Council (NTC) and while presenting updates and recommendations on the National Training Policy 2022-2032, he spoke of mining labour improvements in relation to education. “One of our key aims of the movement of mine function to DHERST, in terms of registration of private training provided, is to ensure conformity and standards – that is the same skills, knowledge and…
During the 12th graduation ceremony of Rarongo Theological College, East New Britain Province, renowned national figure Sir Moi Avei gave a motivational speech to the graduating class. Prominent attendees, parents, and the forty-five graduating students were present at the event on Sunday, November 19th when the 76-year-old Sir Moi Avei enthralled the audience with his powerful works. Renowned for his wisdom, integrity, and commitment to serving the country, he underlined the importance of the graduates’ chosen paths while applauding the graduates’ diligence and fortitude. “The future is yours; take it with both hands. Your success in making a difference is…
The Education & Training Sectoral Committee of CIMC (Consultative Implementation & Monitoring Council) hosted its first meeting of 2023 on Thursday, November 16th at the Lamana Hotel. According to CIMC the meeting aimed to gauge updates on the government’s plans and initiatives in the education sector. Acting Secretary of DHERST, * was among those present. He addressed the quality and standards of in higher education and presented updates on plans implemented to improve higher education in the country. “I established the National School Development Agency with the intention of engaging the private sector into our TAFE and technical colleges and universities.”…
Bilum Books is currently in St. Francis Highschool in Nuku, Sandaun Province training a total of 166 Elementary School Teachers, with last week seeing 89 teachers receiving training. The teaching was all about instructing young children to read & write in English, in line with the National Department of Education’s (NDoE) English syllabus for Grades 1 & 2. Bilum Books Director Ray O’Farrell further elaborated on the training which was carried out in the beginning of this year. “This workshop explains the importance of Language Learning Strands in the PNG Syllabus: Speaking & Listening, Reading & Comprehension, Phonics, Common Words…